Long-tailed Ground Roller

Paramythia montium

The Long-tailed Ground Roller is a striking bird found in the dry spiny forests of southwestern Madagascar. This species is known for its vibrant plumage, with a combination of blue, green, and rust-colored feathers. It has a distinctive long tail and a robust build, making it well-adapted for ground foraging. Long-tailed Ground Rollers are primarily insectivorous, using their strong beaks to catch a variety of invertebrates. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, this species faces threats to its survival, and its conservation status is currently listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Dry spiny forests